2025 Celebration of Self-Transformation Day
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Dharma Art on August 30, 2025
The Spiritual Memorial Service
On June 1, we will have the Won Buddhist Spiritual Memorial Service. We pray in remembrance of Sotaesan's nirvana, all sages, our ancestors, relatives, family members, and teachers and all beings. We will also take this opportunity to renew our spiritual vow deep in our heart. Come join us to commemorate the Great Souls.
Programs are
- Sitting and Chanting Meditation
- Prayers & Hymn
- Dharma Talk by Rev. Inso Kim
Location
423 Abington Ave, Glenside, PA 19038
*This is an in-person service.
* Korean traditional lunch will be served after the service.
Walking Meditation in Nature
2025 Happy Buddha's Birthday Celebration
In Won Buddhism, Buddha's Birthday is one of the Four Major Celebrations. The celebration of Buddha's Birthday gives us an opportunity to commemorate the Buddha and Buddhists to our progress and allows us to recommit ourselves to building a brighter future for all family, communities, cultures, and religions.
Programs are
- Sitting and Chanting Meditation
- Prayer & hymn
- Dharma Talk by Rev. Inso Kim, Head Minster of Philadelphia Temple
* This is an in-person service at 423 Abington Ave. Glenside, PA 19038
* After the Dharma service, we will enjoy a potluck lunch together. If you’re able to bring a dish, it would be a wonderful way to share your loving-kindness with friends. If you'd like to bring a dish, please click here to let us know what you plan to bring. Thank you!
Celebrating the 110th Spiritual Birthday of Won Buddhism
On April 28, 1916, in the first light of dawn, Sotaesan was enlightened to the Truth of the Universe. After twenty years of sincere quest and practice, the light of Truth shone at last in his spirit. Won Buddhism was born with his great enlightenment, and we celebrate this day as our spiritual birthday. Please join us.
Programs are
- Sitting and Chanting Meditation
- Prayer & Hymn
- Dharma Talk (pre-recorded)
from Ven.Juksan, Head Dharma Master of Won Buddhism USA
- 2025 Scholarship Award Ceremony
* This service will be held in English and Korean.
* After the dharma service, Korean traditional lunch will be served.
2025 Scholarship Application (Feb. 10~March 22)
The Won Community Service Center (WCSC) and Won Buddhism of Philadelphia, Inc. are pleased to offer three scholarships for graduating Montgomery County high school seniors. These scholarships are open to all eligible college-bound students who meet the application criteria. We encourage all qualified students to apply and look forward to supporting the next generation in their academic journey. The following guidelines have been formulated to assist students in the application process. Please read through the entire scholarship application and guidelines before completing the application.
For more information Click Here
Young People's MAUM Retreat
Dharma Art
National Sangha Gathering 2025
Maum Practice to Support Addiction Recovery 1-DAY Workshop
2024 Spiritual Thanksgiving Memorial Service
Inauguration Ceremony at Won Dharma Center
Thanksgiving Feast for those in need
Dharma Art in September
Re-Open In-Person "Tuesday Evening Meditation"
2024 Celebration of Self-Transformation Day
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Dharma Art
2024 The Spiritual Memorial Service
On June 2, we will have the Won Buddhist Spiritual Memorial Service. We pray in remembrance of Sotaesan's nirvana, all sages, our ancestors, relatives, family members, and teachers and all beings. We will also take this opportunity to renew our spiritual vow deep in our heart. Come join us to commemorate the Great Souls.
Programs are
- Sitting and Chanting Meditation
- Prayers & Hymn
- Dharma Talk by Rev. Inso Kim
Location
423 Abington Ave, Glenside, PA 19038
*This is an in-person service. * Korean traditional lunch will be served after the service.